Online Petition to Rename Long Island Sound to 'Gulf of Connecticut' Stirs Humor and Debate in NY and CT
An online petition proposes renaming Long Island Sound to Gulf of Connecticut, eliciting humorous reactions and engagement from public figures, but it receives a mixed response from locals.
NYC to Introduce New '465' Area Code for Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and Manhattan's Marble Hill by 2026
New York City will introduce the "465" area code in 2026 to accommodate increased phone number demand in several boroughs. Existing numbers won't change.
New York City Honors Holocaust Remembrance Day, City Hall to Illuminate in Yellow
NYC's skyline will light up yellow for International Holocaust Remembrance Day as per Mayor Adams' announcement, marking the 80th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation.
New York City Honors MLK Legacy with Day of Service and Reflection Across Boroughs
New York City honored Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with events focused on community service and civil rights history, including meal prep and museum exhibits, while also noting political tensions.
Queens Community Calls for Extended NYPD Presence as "Operation Restore Roosevelt" Nears 90-Day Mark
The NYPD's "Operation Restore Roosevelt" in Queens gets positive feedback at its 90-day mark for reducing crime and bringing back customers, but local leaders seek an operation extension due to remaining issues such as nearby alleged brothels.
Strong U.S. Job Growth in December Signals Possible Pause in Federal Rate Cuts Amid Economic Optimism and Uncertainties
Strong U.S. job growth in December supports keeping Federal Reserve rate cuts on hold, with 256,000 jobs added and a decrease in unemployment to 4.1%.
New Year, New Wages: NYC Sees Minimum Wage Increase to $16.50, New Jersey Hits $15.49
New York and New Jersey workers saw a minimum wage increase on New Year's Day, rising to $16.50 and $15.49 per hour, respectively, as part of their states' efforts to maintain living standards amidst inflation.
Charles Dolan, Cable Television Pioneer and Founder of HBO and Cablevision, Passes Away at 98
Charles Dolan, cable TV pioneer and founder of HBO and Cablevision, died at 98 from natural causes, leaving behind a legacy in media, sports, and philanthropy.
New York City’s Sanitation Department Encourages Responsible Christmas Tree Recycling as Festive Season Ends
NYC's Department of Sanitation encourages residents to responsibly recycle their Christmas trees, advocating for curbside composting and participation in the city's Mulchfest event.